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Magical forest of Wasen

Picnic-placeFireplace
Mai, June, July, August, September, October

Landschaftspark Binntal - In the Zauberwald auf dem Wasen (lit: magic forest on the wet meadow) there is a great adventure trail with around 20 stations for children aged 3 to 10 to play There is also a grill place, several barbecue areas and a fountain.

An important part of the adventure playground is an experience trail through the Zauberwald. Children have the opportunity to follow the story of Brüna the squirrel. One morning, Brüna discovers that its winter supplies have been stolen and sets out to find the thief. Along the way, it encounters other animals and some mythical creatures, such as a Telefonohr, and makes a surprising discovery at the end. This fabulous story is available as a 40-page, colorfully illustrated children's book and a double audio CD. On CD 1, you will find Walliserdeutsch, Patois (a dialect from the lower Valais), and a dialect from Italy. On CD 2, the standard languages German, French, and Italian can be heard. The book and CD are available in the webshop.

Openinghours

The winter break prevails from the end of October up to May. You are requested to to respect this rest period also for the sake of the animals.

Arrival by public transport

Ernen, Wasen-Zauberwald Timetable SBB

Infrastructure

Fireplaces with wood are available for barbecuing in the Zauberwald.

The offer is suitable for

  • Children < 6 years
  • Children from 7-12 years
  • Families
Landschaftspark Binntal

Mühlebach – Trusera – Wasen

Open

The hike begins in the village of Mühlebach and first ascends steeply until reaching the water conduit Trusera. The path then follows the water conduit to the Binnachra, and from there descends again to the Wasen.

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 1 hour 45 minutesLength: 4.50km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Winterwanderweg Ernen - Binnegga - Ausserbinn

Offen

Der Winterwanderweg startet in Ernen.

Winter hiking path
Time required: 1 hour 10 minutesLength: 4.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Flurnamenweg

Zur Zeit teilweise gesperrt

Flurnamen wurden über Generationen nur mündlich weitergegeben. Es handelt sich um Gebrauchsnamen, die oft nur innerhalb eines Dorfes bekannt sind.

Theme trail
Time required: 2 hours 25 minutesLength: 8.13km

Price information

The Zauberwald can be used free of charge. We sincerely thank you for any donations at the entrance to the Zauberwald.

Season

Mai, June, July, August, September, October

Contact

Stiftung Zauberwald c/o Tourismusverein Landschaftspark Binntal
Hengert 17
3995 Ernen
Tel. +41 27 971 50 55

www.zauberwaldernen.ch/de

Documents

Zauberwald_Flyer

Map